1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Sierra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3380 mm |